Program Specialist, Lifesharing: Community Support

Abraxas Youth & Family Services; Nazareth (Northampton County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness Programs

Employee Referral Bonuses

Company-Paid Training

Job summary

Resources for Human Development (RHD) is seeking a Program Specialist – Lifesharing in Pennsylvania to support individuals with IDD and Autism, promote independence, and coordinate ISP goals. You will monitor service quality and ensure regulatory compliance within Pennsylvania Chapters 6100 and 6500.

You’ll collaborate with Lifesharing Providers, DSPs, families, and community partners; deliver training and guidance; participate in on-call rotations; and maintain meticulous documentation to

Qualifications

• Master's Degree and one year of experience directly supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities or autism.
• Bachelor's Degree and two years of experience directly supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities or autism.
• Associate Degree and four years of experience directly supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities or autism.
• High School Diploma/GED and six years of experience directly supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities or autism.

Responsibilities

• Foster an environment that promotes independence, self-advocacy, choice, and person-centered planning for individuals with IDD and Autism.
• Support individuals in achieving goals and outcomes identified in their ISPs.
• Monitor service quality to ensure health, safety, and well-being of individuals served.
• Conduct assessments and complete required documentation within established timelines.
• Ensure services and supports are documented in compliance with Pennsylvania Chapters 6100 and 6500 regulations.
• Maintain organized and accurate individual records and program files.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and ongoing support to Lifesharing Providers and Direct Support Professionals.
• Facilitate training and educational opportunities for providers and staff.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and collaborate with families, SCOs, AEs, ODP, and partners.
• Serve as the program's Incident Management contact and monitor incidents in EIM system.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Patient

Team-Oriented

Service-Focused

Professional

Positive

Building Relationships

Organized

Detail-Oriented

Education

Master's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Associate Degree

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Resources for Human Development (RHD) is seeking a Program Specialist – Lifesharing in Pennsylvania to support individuals with IDD and Autism, promote independence, and coordinate ISP goals. You will monitor service quality and ensure regulatory compliance within Pennsylvania Chapters 6100 and 6500.

You’ll collaborate with Lifesharing Providers, DSPs, families, and community partners; deliver training and guidance; participate in on-call rotations; and maintain meticulous documentation to